Professor of Rock
Gamut Podcast NetworkThe ultimate rock music history podcast for fans of the greatest era of music. If you’ve ever wondered about the true stories behind your favorite songs, or wanted to hear directly from the legends who made them, Professor of Rock is your new go-to podcast. Hosted by music historian and superfan Adam Reader, this show brings the golden era of music back to life with exclusive interviews, behind-th... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1713 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Music | |||
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The 1950s gave us the birth of rock and roll — and with it a collection of song stories so bizarre and completely unhinged that they sound made up. Behind the poodle skirts and the sock hops was a decade of scandals, accidents, and twists that will s... more
Sadly, we lost a great artist recently. Duncan Sheik, the singer-songwriter who wrote one of the best songs of the late 90s and, statistically, the biggest one-hit wonder ever. Barely Breathing spent an all-time record 55 consecutive weeks on the Hot... more
Coming up, a grand year in music where once again a bunch of legendary Top 10 hits that missed the #1 spot on the charts were actually better than the songs that did. Today we’re rewriting history by putting them where they belong… at #1. We’ll spotl... more
Some of the best songs ever recorded were never released as singles. But today, they have become bigger than a lot of these legendary bands’ biggest hits. Today we're counting down the most beloved album cuts that became the band’s signature tracks, ... more
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Wow! This is the most amazing podcast. I’am usually into True Crime but sometimes I need a break . I just fell in love with the first episode I listened to. So now I have a lot up catching up to do. So interesting and fun , so glad I found you.
Apple Podcasts5Jersey Girl in Vermont
United States23 days ago - So interesting!
Adam Reader truly is a repository of fascinating information about the music we love.
Apple Podcasts5ShshortUnited Statesa month ago - Awesome show.
Always entertaining. If you have any interest in rock or pop music of any type you’ll enjoy this podcast. Love the YouTube version as well. Well done
Apple Podcasts5Tango459
Canada2 months ago - Love the Professor of Rock!
Love your podcasts! How about doing an episode on the “The Producers” (“She Sheila”) Had a lot of great early 80’s pop rock songs
Apple Podcasts5BM ‘60United States2 months ago - Rocks!
Adam’s eloquent presentation combined with never-ending interesting
subjects makes for one of my favorite podcasts.
Apple Podcasts5Paulus787United States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #71 | United States/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #121 | Canada/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #103 |  Australia/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #72 |  Switzerland/Music |
Apple Podcasts | #116 |  Israel/Music |
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What is Professor of Rock about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show offers deep, story-driven explorations of rock and pop history, with a focus on the stories behind famous tracks, the people who made them, and the moments that shaped music culture. Episodes mix origin tales, studio lore, celebrity anecdotes, and long-form interviews with musicians, producers, and industry figures. The host's enthusiastic, encyclopedic delivery and a strong emphasis on behind-the-scenes context make it a go-to for listeners who crave hearing how timeless songs were created and how careers evolved across decades. A standout quality is the consistent use of first-hand recollections and live conversation, which gives listeners a sense of being in the room with legends and the era's biggest moments, from MTV-era brea... more
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1. Behind The Song: Classic Rock Chronicles
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3. The 500 with Josh Adam Meyers
4. Broken Record with Rick Rubin, Malcolm Gladwell, Bruce Headlam and Justin Richmond
5. The Eddie Trunk Podcast
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Recent guests on Professor of Rock include:
1. Stephen Adler
2. Rick Beato
3. Brian Wilson
4. Stevie Wonder
5. Glen Campbell
6. Creedence Clearwater Revival
7. John Fogerty
8. Mick Jagger / Keith Richards
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